What’s the big deal with organic food? You may have seen labels for it in the grocery store. Then you checked the prices and headed for your tried-and-true big-name brands instead. Not so fast this Thanksgiving. Organic food is worth a second look—for many reasons.

According to National Geographic, organics are better for the human body as, “organic produce packs in more antioxidants and other healthier and more flavorful phytochemicals than conventional produce.”

Aside from the obvious personal health benefits, there are many strong environmental incentives to eat organic. Organic farming doesn’t contribute to soil and water contamination, and uses far less energy than commercial farming practices.

This Thanksgiving, look for certified organic and biodynamic produce. Your guests and children won’t be eating genetic modified, synthetic pesticides and your meal will taste better.

Look for organic and biodynamic produce at your local farmers market and natural or conventional grocery store.

Posted on November 17th, 2007 by Olivia Zaleski